In Italy Christmas is called Navenda. In Italy there is no Santa Claus. In Italy the best Christmas dinner is a large female eel. Christmas is celebrated on the midday of the 25th. The main decorations are Nativity scenes

In Italy there are traditions in gift giving. They believe that Jesus Christ in person brings them the presents. They put out corn for Jesus's camels and a glass of milk and cookies for him.

In Italy one custom is lighting many candles as the children in the family take turns telling the story of Christmas. One folklore story is about La Befana. She is a kindly old witch that brings gifts to the children.